DigitalOcean is seeking a Senior Solutions Architect II - AI/ML to work with high-value customers and grow the company's presence in the region. The role requires expertise in cloud infrastructure, AI/ML platforms, and excellent communication skills. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with a growth mindset and a passion for customer experience and leveraging AI/ML to solve complex business problems.
Requirements
- Proven professional experience with cloud infrastructure, AI/ML platforms, or equivalent education.
- Expertise in AI/ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) and familiarity with platforms like Hugging Face.
- Experience deploying and fine-tuning LLMs (e.g., DeepSeek, Llama, Claude, GPT-4) and GenAI models.
- Deep knowledge of Linux, distributed systems, Kubernetes, NFS, Object Storage, and GPU optimization techniques (e.g., CUDA, TensorRT).
- Hands-on experience leveraging vllm and various quantization methods (e.g., INT4, INT8, and FP8) for efficient model deployment.
- Programming/development experience, particularly in building AI-powered applications (e.g., recommendation systems, chatbots).
- Experience working in a post-sales or technical consultant role with a focus on AI/ML and cloud solutions.
- Knowledge of provisioning, deployment strategies, and tools like Terraform, Kubernetes, and Docker.
- Passionate about customer experience and leveraging AI/ML to solve complex business problems.
- Track record of developing successful technical solutions, including AI/ML use cases, to address customer challenges.
- Ability to balance the demands of multiple stakeholders, define priorities, and set appropriate expectations.
- Strong understanding of AI/ML data pipelines, cloud-native databases, and integration strategies.
- Passionate about technology, open source projects, and applying cutting-edge AI/ML innovations.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical AI/ML concepts in clear and concise terms.
- Quickly learn DigitalOcean systems and adapt to rapid changes in cloud and AI/ML trends.
- Fluency in English.
- Highly motivated with a self-starter mentality, ready to tackle AI/ML challenges head-on.
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
- Flexible time off policy
- Employee Assistance Program
- Local Employee Meetups
